1993 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
