1996 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Lada 21
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 596 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada 21 has manual transmission. 2009 Lada 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 2009 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Legend | 21 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
