1997 Honda Legend vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 600 kg more than 1997 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legend | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3350 mm |
