1988 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Rover 25. 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 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2006 Rover 25 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Legend | 25 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |