2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |
