1975 Ford Capri vs. 1990 Honda Legend

To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Ford Capri 1990 Honda Legend
Make Ford Honda
Model Capri Legend
Year Released 1975 1990
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 2675 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 55 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2720 mm


 

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