1988 Honda Legend vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend 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 55 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 440 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
