1997 Honda Legend vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 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 93 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Legend | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2560 mm |
