1988 Honda Legend vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 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 52 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 143 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Avensis |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |