2002 Acura RSX vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 14 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
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) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RSX | Legend |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
