1997 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 14 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, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
