1989 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Legend | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Legend | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2674 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
