1993 Honda Legend vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord 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 (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
