1986 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 21 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. Both 1986 Honda Legend and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara are equipped with a 2,493 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Legend | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |