1993 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 154 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Legend | Falcon |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |