2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Legend |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 596 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |