1994 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1289 kg more than 1994 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1994 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1994 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5611 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3378 mm |
