1992 Honda Legend vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Volvo C70.
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, 1998 Volvo C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Legend | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | C70 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |