1996 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda NSX 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 1996 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX. 2004 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda NSX | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | NSX | Legend |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |