1997 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Ford Royale
To start off, both 1997 Acura NSX and 1997 Ford Royale were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 1997 Acura 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 1997 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale, 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura NSX | 1997 Ford Royale | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Royale |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |