1991 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 19 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 67 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Legend | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
