1986 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 103 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (172 Nm). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Legend | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |
