1993 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2008 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Xterra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |