1995 Acura Legend vs. 2004 Volvo V40
To start off, 2004 Volvo V40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend 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 31 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V40. (169 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V40.
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) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V40. (240 Nm). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2004 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | V40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
