1996 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 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, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80. 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (270 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | S80 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 297 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |