1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota 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, 1987 Honda Legend (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota. 1987 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 1987 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Legend |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
