1996 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 14 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 583 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Legend | Accent |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4369 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |