1993 Honda Legend vs. 1987 Toyota Camry

To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry 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 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 295 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Legend 1987 Toyota Camry
Make Honda Toyota
Model Legend Camry
Year Released 1993 1987
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 141 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2610 mm


 

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