1995 Honda Legend vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 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 87 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 470 kg more than 1989 Rover 216. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Legend | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Legend | 216 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3205 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
