1987 Honda Legend vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend.
Because 1994 Porsche 993 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend. 1987 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Legend | 993 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |