1988 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz 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 107 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 113 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Getz. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1988 Honda Legend 2010 Hyundai Getz
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Legend Getz
Year Released 1988 2010
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 188 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 209 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1187 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L