2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 15 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 604 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.
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, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Pacifica | Legend |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
