1990 Honda Legend vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend 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 108 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic 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 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |