1987 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 17 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
Because 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 108 L |