2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 121 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
