2003 Honda Legend vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2003 Honda Legend is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Vanette 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 116 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Nissan Vanette 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 1991 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette. 2003 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Honda Legend | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Vanette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2080 mm |