1989 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 425 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend. 2004 Nissan Quest 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. 2004 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Legend | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Quest |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2674 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 314 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |