2009 Ford Edge vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 19 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 439 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Edge | NSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
