2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird 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 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 347 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.
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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (369 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
