1984 Ford Capri vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 1986 Honda Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Capri. 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 1986 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Legend |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |