1986 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 17 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 49 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend.
Because 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legend | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
