2008 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2835 mm |