1988 Honda Legend vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 447 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 1988 Honda Legend (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Legend | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
