2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 17 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 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 2005 Ford F-350. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-350 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
