2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 2,778 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 391 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Nitro | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
