2001 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca.
Because 2001 AC Aceca 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 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1996 Honda Legend | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Aceca | Legend |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |