2000 Honda Legend vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 675 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Legend | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 995 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 |