1993 Acura NSX vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
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, 1993 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | NSX | 240 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |