1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Honda Legend

To start off, 2001 Honda Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Legend. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Corvette 2001 Honda Legend
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Corvette Legend
Year Released 1999 2001
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5666 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 486 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 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 1500 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 68 L


 

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