2004 Acura NSX vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 117 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour, 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, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Contour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
