2004 Ford Laser vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser, 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, 1996 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 1996 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
