1990 Honda Legend vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 950 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki Cervo 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 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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 (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1977 Suzuki Cervo has manual transmission. 1977 Suzuki Cervo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Legend | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2040 mm |
