2009 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 421 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
