1988 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (470 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Supra weights approximately 261 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra. 2001 Toyota Supra 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 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Supra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 88 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1681 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |