1997 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 1997 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 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70, 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | V70 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |