1988 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 72 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 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Legend | Lancer |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |