1995 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Honda Legend

To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 290 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Escort 1990 Honda Legend
Make Ford Honda
Model Escort Legend
Year Released 1995 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1391 cc 2675 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 114 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1380 mm


 

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