1994 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 855 kg more than 1994 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda Legend 2008 Nissan Frontier
Make Honda Nissan
Model Legend Frontier
Year Released 1994 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 201 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 2405 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1780 mm


 

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