1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1992 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 GMC Typhoon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Legend. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 2007 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Typhoon | Legend |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
