1988 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 162 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 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 V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | V70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
