1995 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 14 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige 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 2009 Lotus Exige. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Legend | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Legend | Exige |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3205 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |