2005 GMC Savana vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 17 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 912 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (228 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
