1997 Dodge Avenger vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1997 Dodge Avenger is newer by 9 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. Both 1997 Dodge Avenger and 1988 Honda Legend are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 70 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 (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Avenger. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Avenger has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Avenger 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:
| 1997 Dodge Avenger | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Avenger | Legend |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
