1992 Honda Legend vs. 1972 Volvo 145
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Volvo 145 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 1972 Volvo 145. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Legend | 1972 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 145 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
