1994 Acura NSX vs. 2000 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Acura NSX.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 2000 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
