1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 415 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Vega 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 1969 Chevrolet Vega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Honda Legend (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1987 Honda Legend | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Vega | Legend |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |