1996 Acura NSX vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 1996 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Acura NSX 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 1996 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 1986 Honda Legend | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | NSX | Legend |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |