1988 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis 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 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Magentis weights approximately 58 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Magentis. 2008 Kia Magentis 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 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Legend | Magentis |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |