2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 321 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | NSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
