2000 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V70.
Because 2000 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 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V70. 2010 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
