1988 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 73 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 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. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Legend | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 5699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |