1988 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1998 Honda Legend | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Legend |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2920 mm |