2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Honda 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |