1988 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 67 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 (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Prius |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |