1977 Buick Estate vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 330 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend.
Because 1977 Buick Estate 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 1977 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 1992 Honda Legend | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Estate | Legend |
Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |