1996 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram 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 2012 Dodge Ram. 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2012 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2012 Dodge Ram 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 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Legend | Ram |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |