2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 16 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), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 574 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 1990 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 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1990 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Freestar | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
