1990 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 36 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord. 2003 Honda Accord 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. 2003 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
