1993 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 16 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 127 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2009 Honda Odyssey 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. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |