1990 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 18 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 120 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Legend | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
