1988 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 24 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 735 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.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2012 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | XC90 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |