2001 Acura NSX vs. 1987 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 1987 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |