1988 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avalon 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 386 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.
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, 2002 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Avalon |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |