1988 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Nissan SUT
To start off, 1999 Nissan SUT 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan SUT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Nissan SUT. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan SUT.
Because 1999 Nissan SUT 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, 1999 Nissan SUT 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, 1999 Nissan SUT (372 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan SUT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 1999 Nissan SUT has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan SUT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1999 Nissan SUT | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | SUT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
