1988 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 25 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, 2013 Ford Escape (176 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 172 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Escape |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
