1988 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 535 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Pilot |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2774 mm |