1988 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legend | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
