1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 1996 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Scorpio | NSX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |