1989 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 454 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.
Because 2011 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend. 2011 Jeep Liberty 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. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Legend | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Legend | Liberty |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2674 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4473 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |