1987 Honda Legend vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 26 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 603 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 2013 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Legend | Sierra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1869 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3023 mm |