1995 Acura Legend vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
