1988 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 405 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Legend | Equinox |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |