1987 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 25 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 53 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Legend | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
