2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1136 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 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
