2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 166 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota 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, 1993 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Dakota | 1993 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | NSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |
