1995 Acura Legend vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 595 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1988 Honda Civic | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | Legend | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |