1995 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | NSX | XC70 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1500 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 | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |