1999 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 94 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 513 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
