1995 Acura Legend vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 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 77 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
Because 1974 Volvo 140 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Volvo 140. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 140 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
