1986 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2001 Hyundai XG is newer by 15 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. Both 1986 Honda Legend and 2001 Hyundai XG are equipped with a 2,493 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai XG weights approximately 206 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend.
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, 2001 Hyundai XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 2001 Hyundai XG | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Legend | XG |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
