1986 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion 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. 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 59 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Legend | Allion |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
