1992 Ford Corsair vs. 1995 Honda NSX

To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda 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 1995 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair, 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Corsair 1995 Honda NSX
Make Ford Honda
Model Corsair NSX
Year Released 1992 1995
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1974 cc 2975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 111 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2540 mm


 

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