1994 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 18 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 196 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 2012 Infiniti M 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 2012 Infiniti M. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Legend | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Legend | M |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 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 | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |