1996 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | S60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2776 mm |
