1995 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 18 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | S60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2776 mm |
