1988 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 14 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 15 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 58 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
