2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 1986 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | Legend |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |