1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | NSX |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |