1988 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 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, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 192 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 2002 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2. 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 (228 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Legend | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
