1988 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 474 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Murano |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |