1995 Honda NSX vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 240. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Volvo 240. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | 240 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |