1988 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 112 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Quest |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |