2001 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 214 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus, 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | NSX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
