1993 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Kia Picanto

To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 17 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 (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 659 kg more than 2010 Kia Picanto. 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 (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Legend 2010 Kia Picanto
Make Honda Kia
Model Legend Picanto
Year Released 1993 2010
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 97 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 67 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 77 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1588 kg 929 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 35 L


 

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