1993 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2013 Honda Accord 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. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
