1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 1986 Honda Legend is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 595 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford GT 70 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 1971 Ford GT 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT 70 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2770 mm |
