1987 Honda Legend vs. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 104 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. 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, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Legend | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 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 | 1420 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |