2000 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 510 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
