2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 32 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Legend |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 221 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |