1988 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 437 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 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Legend | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
