2002 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Dodge M80
To start off, both 2002 Acura NSX and 2002 Dodge M80 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Dodge M80. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge M80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 317 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge M80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 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, 2002 Dodge M80 (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge M80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2002 Dodge M80 | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | NSX | M80 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |