1990 Honda Legend vs. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet

To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 124 kg more than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet.

Because 1987 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Legend 1987 Venturi Cabriolet
Make Honda Venturi
Model Legend Cabriolet
Year Released 1990 1987
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2675 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 175 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1296 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2410 mm


 

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