2004 Honda NSX vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 24 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 60 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda NSX | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | 260 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
