2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 721 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 Yukon 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 2008 GMC Yukon. 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2008 GMC Yukon 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. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 GMC Yukon | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Yukon | Legend |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 566 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |