1992 Honda Legend vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 16 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 62 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 226 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend.

Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Honda Legend 2008 SsangYong Actyon
Make Honda SsangYong
Model Legend Actyon
Year Released 1992 2008
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1776 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1890 mm


 

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