1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 615 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. 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, 1989 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1989 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Festiva | Legend |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2674 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2770 mm |