1991 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | TE-50 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |