2008 Honda NSX vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 121 kg more than 1983 Volvo 760. 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 (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
