1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Honda Legend

To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 257 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Camaro 1996 Honda Legend
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Camaro Legend
Year Released 1993 1996
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3392 cc 3472 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1413 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 68 L


 

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