2006 Acura RSX vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 16 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend.
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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RSX | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
