1987 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 21 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 11 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 1987 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |