1988 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 15 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2009 Subaru Forester 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. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Legend | Forester |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |