1988 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 2002 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Legend | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
