1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |
