1996 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 2009 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | 350Z |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |