1988 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 64 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |