1992 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 277 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 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. 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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Legend | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Legend | M |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |