2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 1990 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 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300, 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300. 2000 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1990 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
