1987 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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 96 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. 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 (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 1987 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1337 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
