1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Honda Legend
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang 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 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1994 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Legend |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |