1990 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 448 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Because 2010 Ford Explorer 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 2010 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Legend | Explorer |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 4.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |