1995 Honda NSX vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 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 @ 7300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | 264 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |