1989 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 11 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 113 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 385 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend.
Because 2000 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Bolero 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, 1989 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Bolero. (166 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Legend | 2000 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Legend | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2674 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1780 kg |
