1988 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Civic 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. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Civic |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |