1995 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 18 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 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 56 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 77 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, 2013 Volvo C30, 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | C30 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |