1988 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Legend | Cayman |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |