1991 Acura Legend vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura Legend would be higher. At 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (223 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 850 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 223 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
