1993 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty

To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 299 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 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 2012 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Legend 2012 Jeep Liberty
Make Honda Jeep
Model Legend Liberty
Year Released 1993 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 201 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1849 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4493 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1836 mm