2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 18 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 48 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Stratus | Legend |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |