1988 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 13 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 198 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
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, 2001 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2001 Opel Vectra 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. 2001 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Legend | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
