1993 Honda Legend vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1997 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 1997 Dodge Intrepid 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. 1997 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Legend | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
