1995 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 476 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Legend | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Corolla |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3205 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |