1990 Honda Legend vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Legend | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2970 mm |