1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
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, 1987 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Legend |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |