1990 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Kia Elan
To start off, 1999 Kia Elan is newer by 9 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 26 more horse power than 1999 Kia Elan. (149 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 352 kg more than 1999 Kia Elan. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Elan. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 1999 Kia Elan | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Legend | Elan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2260 mm |
