1995 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 63 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Legend | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3205 cc | 1799 cc |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |