1988 Honda Legend vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
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 (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |