1988 Honda Legend vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR 350i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR 350i would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 257 kg more than 1983 TVR 350i.
Because 1983 TVR 350i 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 1983 TVR 350i. 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, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Legend | 350i |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
