1993 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 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), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 162 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| 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 | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3200 mm |
