1988 Honda Legend vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 433 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Legend | Rexton |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |