1993 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 11 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 72 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | V70 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |