1990 Honda Legend vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo V90 (178 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volvo V90 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 1997 Volvo V90. 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, 1997 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | V90 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |