2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 1986 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Legend |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |