1986 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 18 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 85 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 2004 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Fit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
