2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 554 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Acadia | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
