1988 Honda Legend vs. 1984 Buick Century
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Century.
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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Century. 1984 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1984 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Legend | Century |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2662 mm |
