1988 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 710 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 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Pilot |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |