1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 1996 Ford Galaxy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 463 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 1988 Honda 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 1988 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Galaxy, 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Galaxy | NSX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
