1987 Honda Legend vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 20 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1966 Pontiac GTO 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 1966 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Legend | GTO |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 6375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 366 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2930 mm |