1982 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Legend |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
