2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 985 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2770 mm |
