1993 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 517 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Highlander |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |