2004 Acura NSX vs. 1970 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 14 kg more than 1970 Dodge Challenger. 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, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1970 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
