1991 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1991 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 328 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Mustang |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |