1988 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 260 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 (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Legend | 407 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |