2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1997 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Jazz | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
