1990 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Scion xB
To start off, 2012 Scion xB is newer by 22 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Scion xB. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Scion xB. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xB. 2012 Scion xB 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. 2012 Scion xB will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2012 Scion xB | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Legend | xB |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
