1994 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 691 kg more than 1994 Honda NSX.
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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda NSX. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1994 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda NSX | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | NSX | Explorer |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4912 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |