1993 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 18 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 (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legend | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
