2000 Honda Legend vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic 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) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 515 kg more than 1984 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1984 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1984 Honda Civic 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 | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
