1993 Honda NSX vs. 1998 Volvo S70
To start off, 1998 Volvo S70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX 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 @ 7300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S70. (238 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S70 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Because 1993 Honda 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 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S70, 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, 1998 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 1998 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | S70 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |