2008 Honda NSX vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 651 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
