2005 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 76 kg more than 1990 Volvo 940. 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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | 940 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
