1986 Honda Legend vs. 1994 Nissan 270 R
To start off, 1994 Nissan 270 R is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 270 R (270 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 270 R should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 94 kg more than 1994 Nissan 270 R.
Because 1994 Nissan 270 R 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 1994 Nissan 270 R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1994 Nissan 270 R (344 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm). This means 1994 Nissan 270 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 1994 Nissan 270 R | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | 270 R |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
