1988 Honda Legend vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (250 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (309 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 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 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Legend | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
