1992 Honda Legend vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1133 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.
Because 2011 GMC Yukon 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 2011 GMC Yukon. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Legend | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Legend | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1953 mm |
