2000 Honda Legend vs. 1972 Nissan 240 C
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan 240 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan 240 C would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan 240 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 Nissan 240 C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan 240 C 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 1972 Nissan 240 C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan 240 C. 2000 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1972 Nissan 240 C has manual transmission. 1972 Nissan 240 C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Legend | 1972 Nissan 240 C | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | 240 C |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |