1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 557 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 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Durango | Legend |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |