1992 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend 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 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. 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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Legend | 2002 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Legend | Samara II |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
