1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1994 Honda Legend

To start off, 1994 Honda Legend is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 Honda Legend.

Because 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Caprice 1994 Honda Legend
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Caprice Legend
Year Released 1991 1994
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1420 mm


 

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