1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Sierra | 1999 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | NSX |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |