1952 Allard Safari vs. 1994 Honda Legend

To start off, 1994 Honda Legend is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 74 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1952 Allard Safari 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 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Allard Safari 1994 Honda Legend
Make Allard Honda
Model Safari Legend
Year Released 1952 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3621 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 85 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1420 mm


 

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