2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 485 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1996 Honda NSX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | NSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |