2003 Honda Legend vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 2003 Honda Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 570 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. 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, 2003 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Legend | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Legend | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
