2003 Honda NSX vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda NSX | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | 240 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
