1986 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Legend |
Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |