1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 340 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Nomad 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 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1989 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Nomad | Legend |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2674 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
