1990 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 12 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 35 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1290 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |