2004 Acura CL vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2004 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | CL | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
