2005 Ford Econoline vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 15 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 960 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Econoline | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
