1989 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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 (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Legend |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
