1993 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 575 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1997 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Legend |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
