1988 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 17 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 52 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 46 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | FR-V |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |