1990 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 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. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S40. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S40 weights approximately 64 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 S40, 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S40. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | S40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
