1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus 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 101 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 334 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Taunus 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 1960 Ford Taunus. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taunus | Legend |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
