1988 Honda Legend vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Legend | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
