1994 Honda Legend vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1994 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Legend | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | S70 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |