1996 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 757 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3510 mm |
