1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Honda Legend
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 2000 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. 2000 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Legend |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
