1988 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1999 Kia Clarus is newer by 11 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 32 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Legend | Clarus |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |