1995 Acura NSX vs. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 173 kg more than 1995 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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | NSX | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3060 mm |
