1988 Honda Legend vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 2007 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Legend | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
