1988 Honda Legend vs. 1993 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1993 Subaru SVX is newer by 5 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1993 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Legend | SVX |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |