1995 Honda NSX vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 375 kg more than 1961 Volvo 120. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
