1988 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn L weights approximately 76 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (203 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Legend | L |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
