1993 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea 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 (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 394 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea. 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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Legend | Altea |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |