1990 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 238 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus. 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 (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1337 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
