1994 Acura NSX vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Acura 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Acura NSX | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | NSX | Coronet |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2980 mm |