1986 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 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 19 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 40 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Legend | 75 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
