1992 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 12 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 452 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Legend | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 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 | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |