1986 Honda Legend vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 480 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
