2001 Honda Legend vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 Honda Legend is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel 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 1989 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Laurel 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 1989 Nissan Laurel. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Laurel 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 | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Laurel |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |