1998 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger, 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Avenger. 2010 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
