1995 Honda Legend vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 314 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Legend | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Legend | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3205 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |