1998 Honda Legend vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano 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 (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Honda Legend.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Terrano 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
