1955 Ford Consul vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 285 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Consul 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 1955 Ford Consul. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Consul | Legend |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
