1998 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 14 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 1998 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 1998 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2911 mm |