1987 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 19 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 4,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (312 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | XC90 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 4408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |