1999 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 Opel Vectra. 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Legend | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
