1991 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 17 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Legend weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 2008 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Legend | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | 350Z |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |