1988 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (246 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | S60 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |