1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1996 Ford Galaxy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 319 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 1990 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 1990 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Galaxy | NSX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
