1996 Honda Legend vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Model F 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 1987 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Model F |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2240 mm |