1990 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 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 S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 205 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 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 will offer significantly more control. 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 S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 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 S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | S40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
