1993 Honda NSX vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP) has 213 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |