1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 2003 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Dodge Phoenix | NSX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| 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 |
