1988 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 25 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1066 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.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legend | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3302 mm |
