1988 Honda Legend vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 88 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 1954 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Legend | 88 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |