1998 Honda Legend vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 655 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
