1988 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Optima weights approximately 132 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Optima 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.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2010 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Legend | Optima |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |