1985 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. 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, 1989 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1989 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Legend |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2674 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
