1990 Honda Legend vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 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 (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | 260 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |