1988 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 42 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 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. 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 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
