2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1995 Honda Legend

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. 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, 1995 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Prizm 1995 Honda Legend
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Prizm Legend
Year Released 2000 1995
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 3205 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1420 mm


 

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