1990 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 19 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 Honda S2000 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 2009 Honda S2000. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 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 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | S2000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |