1995 Acura Legend vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 580 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 220 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
