1993 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Volvo S70
To start off, 1999 Volvo S70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Volvo S70.
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, 1999 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 1999 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | S70 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |