2001 Honda Legend vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva

To start off, 2001 Honda Legend is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 745 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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 1968 Vauxhall Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1968 Vauxhall Viva has manual transmission. 1968 Vauxhall Viva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Legend 1968 Vauxhall Viva
Make Honda Vauxhall
Model Legend Viva
Year Released 2001 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 159 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2440 mm


 

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