1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 Honda Legend

To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 137 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Camaro 1992 Honda Legend
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Camaro Legend
Year Released 1996 1992
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3349 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 158 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1413 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1420 mm


 

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