1988 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 235 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Legend | Cooper |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2467 mm |