1995 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 13 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 26 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Legend | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Altima |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3205 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |