1986 Honda Legend vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 9 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 610 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1995 Westfield ZEI 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 1995 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Honda | Westfield |
Model | Legend | ZEI |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |