1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 89 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
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, 1987 Honda Legend (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1987 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cougar | Legend |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
