1988 Honda Legend vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. 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 (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord 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 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
