1995 Acura Legend vs. 1991 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 460 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 82 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 460.
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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 460. (176 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 460. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1991 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1991 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1991 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 460 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
