1995 Honda Legend vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 Honda Legend.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano 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, 1995 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Legend | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3205 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
