1993 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (210 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 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 2007 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2007 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
