1993 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 455 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
