1988 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Proton Impian
To start off, 2005 Proton Impian 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 87 more horse power than 2005 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Proton Impian. 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 (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Legend | Impian |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
