1997 Acura NSX vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | 145 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
