1992 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 17 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 87 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Legend | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Legend | i30 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
