1988 Honda Legend vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Corolla |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |