2000 Honda Legend vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza

To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza 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 121 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 790 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda Legend 1981 Nissan Stanza
Make Honda Nissan
Model Legend Stanza
Year Released 2000 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2480 mm


 

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