1988 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Pontiac Salsa
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Salsa 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 22 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. 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) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (203 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1999 Pontiac Salsa | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Legend | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
