2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Legend |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |