1995 Acura Legend vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 17 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
