1988 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Frontier |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |