1976 Ford LTD vs. 1999 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford LTD weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Honda Legend.
Because 1976 Ford LTD 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 1976 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1976 Ford LTD (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford LTD | 1999 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | LTD | Legend |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2920 mm |
