2004 Acura NSX vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | NSX | 66 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |