1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 26 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 90 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Challenger | NSX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1380 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 | 90 L | 70 L |
