1992 Honda Legend vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 97 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 1968 Plymouth VIP. 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Legend | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Legend | VIP |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |