2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 21 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 558 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.
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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LaCrosse | Legend |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |