1993 Acura NSX vs. 1993 Ford Focus
To start off, both 1993 Acura NSX and 1993 Ford Focus were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Ford Focus. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Focus.
Because 1993 Acura 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 1993 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus, 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, 1993 Ford Focus (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 1993 Ford Focus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Focus |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |