1995 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 18 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 975 kg more than 1995 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Legend | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Legend | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3205 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1953 mm |