1987 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 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 6 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 623 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 1987 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Legend | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
