1990 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 22 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 237 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Legend | Escape |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1657 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |