1999 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 436 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Explorer |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |