1989 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Saturn SC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. 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, 1989 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC. 1999 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Legend | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Legend | SC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2674 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
