1988 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 74 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 268 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Civic |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |