1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | NSX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
