1988 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit 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 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 71 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Fit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
