1993 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 19 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 233 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.
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, 2012 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2012 Ford Taurus 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. 2012 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
