1990 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 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 7 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 135 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, both vehicles can yield 232 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Legend | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
