2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1987 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Yukon | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
