2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 632 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2005 Honda Odyssey 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. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
