1988 Honda Legend vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 9 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 420 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.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Legend | Aurora |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |