1991 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX 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 47 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX.
Because 1991 Acura 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 1991 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | C30 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
