1988 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Legend | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
