1991 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Acura 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 1991 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, 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, 1991 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
