1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 3 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper.
Because 1992 Dodge Viper 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 1992 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Viper | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Viper | Legend |
Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |