1993 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 15 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 82 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 57 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Legend 2008 Nissan Primera
Make Honda Nissan
Model Legend Primera
Year Released 1993 2008
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 62 L


 

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