2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 18 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1988 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus. 2006 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1988 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stratus | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
