1992 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 83 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Legend | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Legend | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
