1988 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 17 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | V70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
