1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 1995 Ford Scorpio has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2008 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Scorpio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | NSX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
