2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1995 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 321 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Viper | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8356 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |