1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Honda Legend
To start off, 1991 Honda Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Legend weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1991 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Legend |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |