1986 Honda Legend vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend 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 78 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Camry |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |