1985 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 840 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Legend is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort. 2007 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2007 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Legend |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
