1993 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Honda Civic

To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 402 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Legend 2006 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model Legend Civic
Year Released 1993 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1803 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4300 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1588 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 50 L


 

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