1987 Honda Legend vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 9 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 10 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
Because 1996 Volvo 960 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 1996 Volvo 960. 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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend. 1987 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo 960 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 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | 960 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |