1987 Honda Legend vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 245.
Because 1988 Volvo 245 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 1988 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend, 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, 1987 Honda Legend (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245. 1987 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 245 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | 245 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |