1991 Acura NSX vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 265 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX.
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, 1991 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | 265 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
