1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 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 101 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Sierra 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 1990 Ford Sierra. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Legend |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |