1988 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 60 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 (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Legend | Vectra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |