1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Honda NSX

To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Ranger 2007 Honda NSX
Make Ford Honda
Model Ranger NSX
Year Released 1995 2007
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4014 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 159 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2540 mm


 

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