1995 Honda Legend vs. 1991 Volvo 480
To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 550 kg more than 1991 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Legend | 1991 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 480 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3205 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
