1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 484 kg more than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 1987 Ford Thunderbird 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 1987 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Legend |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
