1987 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend. 1987 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 Isuzu I-290 has manual transmission. 2007 Isuzu I-290 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 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Legend | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
