1998 Acura NSX vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
