1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1991 Honda NSX
To start off, 1991 Honda NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 125 kg more than 1991 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 Dodge Challenger (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1991 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Challenger | NSX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
