1988 Honda Legend vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Volvo 1800 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 1972 Volvo 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
