1995 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 352 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Acura 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 1995 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser, 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Laser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
