1987 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 23 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
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 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Legend | Cobalt |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |