1988 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S. 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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
Model | Legend | CC8S |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2659 mm |