1990 Honda Legend vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 330 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |