2004 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 148 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Because 1993 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 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape, 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, 1993 Honda NSX (294 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (271 Nm). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1993 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
