1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 930 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Tahoe (454 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1989 Honda Legend | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Tahoe | Legend |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 2674 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 232 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2770 mm |