1994 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 14 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, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (197 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1994 Honda Legend.
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 2008 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Legend | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | C70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
