1998 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2013 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | NSX | F-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |