1990 Honda Integra vs. 1989 Honda Legend

To start off, 1990 Honda Integra is newer by 1 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 69 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. 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, 1989 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Integra 1989 Honda Legend
Make Honda Honda
Model Integra Legend
Year Released 1990 1989
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 2674 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2770 mm


 

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