1988 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Acura CSX is newer by 23 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Acura CSX. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2011 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Legend | CSX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
