1995 Acura Legend vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 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 62 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 240 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
