1993 Honda Legend vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown 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 54 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 88 kg more than 1983 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Crown 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 1983 Toyota Crown. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown. 1983 Toyota Crown 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. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Crown |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |