2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
