1994 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX. 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1994 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1994 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Viper | NSX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
