1992 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 13 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 345 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.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Legend | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Legend | Thesis |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |