1970 Dodge Dart vs. 1995 Honda NSX

To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Dodge Dart 1995 Honda NSX
Make Dodge Honda
Model Dart NSX
Year Released 1970 1995
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3249 cc 2977 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 101 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 10.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2540 mm


 

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