1993 Honda Legend vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 460 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Legend | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
