1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 279 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Falcon 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 1997 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Legend |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
