1995 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 244 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 1995 Acura 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 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan, 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 Acura NSX (414 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3040 mm |
