1987 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 22 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1483 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
Make | Honda | Hummer |
Model | Legend | H2 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 393 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 564 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |