1988 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion 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 128 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Legend | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |
