2001 Acura NSX vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Volvo 265. 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265. 1979 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2001 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | 265 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
