1993 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Toyota iQ

To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ 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 107 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Legend 2008 Toyota iQ
Make Honda Toyota
Model Legend iQ
Year Released 1993 2008
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1329 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 2985 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 32 L


 

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