2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 19 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Honda NSX. (251 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX. 2007 Dodge Charger 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. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | NSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
