1990 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 604 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Lincoln MKX (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | NSX | MKX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
