1998 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1972 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
