1994 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 17 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima.
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, 2011 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Legend | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Legend | Optima |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
