1986 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 13 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 120 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Today |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |