1992 Honda Legend vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 840 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Honda S800 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 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Legend | 1967 Honda S800 | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | S800 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 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 | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |