1994 Honda Legend vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 1994 Honda Legend is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 Honda Legend.
Because 1973 Toyota Century 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 1973 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Legend | 1973 Toyota Century | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Century |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |