1988 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio 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 71 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Legend | Rio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
