1991 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 22 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1991 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | E-Series |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1511 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3505 mm |