1991 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Vector M12
To start off, 2005 Vector M12 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vector M12 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Vector M12 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 2005 Vector M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2005 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Legend | 2005 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Honda | Vector |
| Model | Legend | M12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
