1990 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Volvo C70 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C70 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 1990 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 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C70, 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, 2010 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | C70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
