1992 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 21 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 289 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 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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 2013 Hyundai Genesis. 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Legend | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Legend | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 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 | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
