1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1992 Honda Legend

To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.

Because 1970 Ford Falcon 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 1970 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Falcon 1992 Honda Legend
Make Ford Honda
Model Falcon Legend
Year Released 1970 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 217 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm


 

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