1993 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 1996 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Ford Focus. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Focus.
Because 1996 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 1996 Honda 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 1996 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | NSX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1180 mm |
