2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is newer by 11 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod (469 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 118 kg more than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. (178 Nm). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | XR 8 Xplod | Legend |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
