1995 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80.
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, 2005 Volvo S80 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | Legend | S80 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |