1988 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 161 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Honda Legend 2009 Honda Accord
Make Honda Honda
Model Legend Accord
Year Released 1988 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 188 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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