1993 Honda Legend vs. 1985 Toyota Century
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Century weights approximately 212 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend.
Because 1985 Toyota Century 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 1985 Toyota Century. 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, 1985 Toyota Century (290 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 1985 Toyota Century 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. 1985 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1985 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Legend | Century |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2870 mm |
