1987 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend.
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, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 1999 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Legend | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
