1988 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 256 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2005 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Legend | Vue |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
