1992 Ford Orion vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 1992 Ford Orion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 Ford Orion. 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Orion. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Orion | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Legend |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
