1990 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima 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, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
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 (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Legend | Optima |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |