1998 Honda NSX vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster

To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 356 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.

Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda NSX 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
Make Honda Plymouth
Model NSX Trail Duster
Year Released 1998 1976
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 6555 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1464 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2700 mm