1998 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort, 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | NSX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
