1992 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 421 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX.
Because 1992 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 1992 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60, 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 XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2774 mm |
