1988 Honda Legend vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 10 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 45 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Caldina |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |