1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 136 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (311 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 1999 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. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford F-150 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-150 | NSX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 311 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |