1992 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 211 kg more than 1992 Honda 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda NSX. 2006 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1992 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda NSX | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | NSX | Falcon |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1581 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |