2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 19 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 199 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.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Lumina | Legend |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
