1987 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 23 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 339 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 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | S80 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 229 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |