2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (270 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-250 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |
