1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Legend |
Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |