1995 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 16 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 427 kg more than 1995 Acura 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX. 2011 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | NSX | Charger |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3053 mm |