1988 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 355 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Legend | Tucson |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |