1988 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 841 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legend | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
