2008 Honda NSX vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 276 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.

Because 2008 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 2008 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda NSX 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Honda Plymouth
Model NSX Voyager
Year Released 2008 1996
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2975 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1806 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2880 mm