1992 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 15 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Legend | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | S60 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
