1993 Honda Legend vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 68 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Legend | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
