1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon is newer by 6 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 435 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.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 GMC Typhoon | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Typhoon | Legend |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
