1980 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 1986 Honda Legend is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 575 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Legend |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
