1998 Honda Legend vs. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon

To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 365 kg more than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon 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 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1947 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1998 Honda Legend 1947 Jeep Station Wagon
Make Honda Jeep
Model Legend Station Wagon
Year Released 1998 1947
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2650 mm