1997 Honda Legend vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 322 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Rover 2600 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 1977 Rover 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Legend | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
