1995 Honda Legend vs. 1997 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Legend 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 116 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Legend | 1997 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Legend | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3205 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 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 | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
