1996 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Legend | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
