2001 Acura NSX vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 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 142 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | 260 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
