1988 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 15 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 35 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Legend | Magna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
