2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 590 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 1987 Honda Legend | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Pilot | Legend |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |