2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 19 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 116 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Nitro | Legend |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |