2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 20 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 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 841 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 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
