2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1994 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 357 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1994 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Ridgeline | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
