2008 Honda NSX vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica 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 213 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 691 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Publica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |