1993 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
