1995 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
Because 1995 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C70. (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | C70 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 414 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2639 mm |