2008 Honda NSX vs. 1982 Volvo 240
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 Volvo 240. 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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 240. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 240. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1982 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1982 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1982 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | 240 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
