1993 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 18 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 14 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Legend | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |