2000 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 28 kg more than 2000 Acura 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Acura NSX 2010 Ford Mustang
Make Acura Ford
Model NSX Mustang
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3208 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 223 HP 315 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 440 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 1 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1603 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4778 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1877 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1425 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2720 mm


 

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