1988 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 272 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Legend | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |