1990 Honda Legend vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 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 29 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Volvo 260 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 1975 Volvo 260. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | 260 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |