1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 404 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1988 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | NSX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
