1990 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 16 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 262 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.
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, 2006 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | C70 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1657 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |