2008 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 234 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
