2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Honda NSX. (420 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 777 kg more than 1995 Honda 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (414 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 414 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |