1996 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (269 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend. 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | S80 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |