2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Honda Legend | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Legend |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |