2001 Honda Legend vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2001 Honda Legend is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana 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 109 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 600 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Legend | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | Santana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2560 mm |
