1988 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Legend | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |