2005 Daewoo Magnus vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Magnus has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Magnus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Magnus | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Magnus | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
