1987 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 18 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 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 Honda Legend (229 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Legend | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
