1988 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Volvo V40
To start off, 2004 Volvo V40 is newer by 16 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 6 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V40. (169 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Volvo V40. 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, 2004 Volvo V40 (240 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2004 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | V40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
