2003 Honda Legend vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2003 Honda Legend is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude 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 69 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 436 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2003 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Legend | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
