1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1995 Honda NSX

To start off, both 1995 Dodge Spirit and 1995 Honda NSX were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 116 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit, 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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Dodge Spirit 1995 Honda NSX
Make Dodge Honda
Model Spirit NSX
Year Released 1995 1995
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2500 cc 2975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1254 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2540 mm


 

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