1978 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Honda Legend
To start off, 1991 Honda Legend is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Legend weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Escort 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 1978 Ford Escort. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 1991 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Legend |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 938 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |