1998 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Honda Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Legend weights approximately 206 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Legend. 2002 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Legend |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
