1988 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 980 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Legend | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4477 cc |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 141 L |
