2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 1993 Honda NSX

To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 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 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX, 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford C-MAX 1993 Honda NSX
Make Ford Honda
Model C-MAX NSX
Year Released 2007 1993
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1997 cc 2977 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1362 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L