1995 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 538 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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 XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2774 mm |
