1988 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 719 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Honda | Land Rover |
Model | Legend | Defender |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2495 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 232 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |