1998 Honda NSX vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
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, 1998 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245. 1974 Volvo 245 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 245 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | 245 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2125 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |