2002 Acura NSX vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | NSX | Viper |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 664 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 98.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |