1986 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 16 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 29 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 155 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
