1992 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser

To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 413 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Honda Legend 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
Make Honda Toyota
Model Legend FJ Cruiser
Year Released 1992 2013
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 201 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 367 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1963 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1830 mm


 

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