2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 36 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Honda Legend | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Legend |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |