1998 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 379 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.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
