1995 Acura Legend vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1995 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | S80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
