1987 Honda Legend vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 1987 Honda Legend (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
