2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1988 Honda Legend

To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 515 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler 300 1988 Honda Legend
Make Chrysler Honda
Model 300 Legend
Year Released 2008 1988
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 246 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 63 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 68 L