1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 710 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Legend is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6. 2007 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 2007 Honda Legend | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | V6 | Legend |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |