1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 145 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 1969 Ford Ranchero 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 1969 Ford Ranchero. 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranchero | Legend |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
