2001 Acura NSX vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | 780 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
