1988 Honda Legend vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (178 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 313 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Laurel |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 228 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |