1987 Honda Legend vs. 1997 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1997 Nissan Primera is newer by 10 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Nissan Primera. 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, 1987 Honda Legend (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1997 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Primera |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |