1980 Ford Capri vs. 1991 Honda Legend
To start off, 1991 Honda Legend is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Capri 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 149 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Legend weights approximately 554 kg more than 1980 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Capri. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Capri | 1991 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Legend |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 996 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |