1993 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Acura NSX 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 10 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V70. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Acura NSX.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | NSX | V70 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |