2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 13 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 27 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2001 Ford Econovan 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 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Econovan | Legend |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
