1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1977 Avanti Avanti 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 1977 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1977 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1977 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Avanti Avanti | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | Legend |
Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |