1988 Honda Legend vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Volvo 240 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 1975 Volvo 240. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 240 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
