1990 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Toyota FXS

To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS 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 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS.

Because 2002 Toyota FXS 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 2002 Toyota FXS. 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, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 2002 Toyota FXS has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota FXS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Legend 2002 Toyota FXS
Make Honda Toyota
Model Legend FXS
Year Released 1990 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2675 cc 4290 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 270 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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