1995 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Ford Falcon

To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 18 kg more than 1995 Acura 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura NSX 1998 Ford Falcon
Make Acura Ford
Model NSX Falcon
Year Released 1995 1998
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3178 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 420 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2800 mm


 

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