1988 Honda Legend vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | S-MX |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |