1990 Honda Legend vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 8 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 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 113 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Legend | Samurai |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |