1993 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 7 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 99 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Legend | 45 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
