1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 69 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dart | NSX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
