1988 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 46 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
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, both vehicles can yield 232 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Escape |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
