1989 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 23 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 47 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Legend | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legend | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2674 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
