1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Honda 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 1998 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Viper | NSX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |