1998 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
