1989 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (258 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend.
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, 2009 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend. 2009 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Legend | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | S60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2674 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 | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
