1988 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 118 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Legend | Octavia |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |