1997 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Lexus Minority Report
To start off, 2002 Lexus Minority Report is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus Minority Report should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus Minority Report weights approximately 72 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 2002 Lexus Minority Report 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 2002 Lexus Minority Report. 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, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (417 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus Minority Report will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 2002 Lexus Minority Report | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Legend | Minority Report |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 417 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1742 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |