1992 Acura NSX vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
