1993 Honda Legend vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 8 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Rover P5B 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 1973 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Legend | P5B |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |