1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Honda Legend

To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Corvette 1992 Honda Legend
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Corvette Legend
Year Released 1991 1992
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 380 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 512 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1420 mm


 

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