1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Honda Legend
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 1985 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 2000 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Legend |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |