1990 Honda Legend vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 495 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 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 1972 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Legend | 914 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |