1988 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Volvo C70

To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 19 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 351 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Honda Legend 2007 Volvo C70
Make Honda Volvo
Model Legend C70
Year Released 1988 2007
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 188 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 63 mm 93.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 209 km/hour 235 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1651 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 62 L


 

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