1992 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Ford Flex

To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 21 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 658 kg more than 1992 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 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 1992 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex, 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda NSX. 2013 Ford Flex 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. 2013 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Honda NSX 2013 Ford Flex
Make Honda Ford
Model NSX Flex
Year Released 1992 2013
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 281 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 2028 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5125 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2256 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1726 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2994 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L