1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 1986 Honda Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 88 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend.
Because 1982 Ford Thunderbird 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 1982 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Legend |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
