2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 17 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 923 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Charger | Legend |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |