2009 Honda Stream vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 12 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. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 236 kg more than 2009 Honda Stream. 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Stream 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:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1997 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Stream | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
