2005 Honda Fit vs. 1994 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. 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, 1994 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 1994 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Fit | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
