1986 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, both 1986 Ford Escort and 1986 Honda Legend were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 108 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 450 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1986 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Legend |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |