2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1988 Honda Legend

To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia 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 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2009 GMC Acadia 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. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 GMC Acadia 1988 Honda Legend
Make GMC Honda
Model Acadia Legend
Year Released 2009 1988
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3598 cc 2675 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2720 mm


 

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