1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 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, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Dodge Phoenix | NSX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
