2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 519 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
