1988 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 24 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Legend | 408 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |