1989 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Honda Legend
To start off, 1991 Honda Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1991 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1991 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Legend |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
