1987 Honda Legend vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 1989 Volvo 760 is newer by 2 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 760 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
Because 1989 Volvo 760 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 1989 Volvo 760. 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, 1989 Volvo 760 (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 760 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
