1993 Honda Legend vs. 1990 Ford Falcon

To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Legend 1990 Ford Falcon
Make Honda Ford
Model Legend Falcon
Year Released 1993 1990
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 3157 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm


 

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