1993 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 19 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 63 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 458 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent. 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 (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Legend | Accent |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4369 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |