1998 Honda Legend vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 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 88 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 590 kg more than 1989 Rover 216. 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover 216 has manual transmission. 1989 Rover 216 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 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Legend | 216 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
