1993 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tundra. 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Tundra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |