2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 20 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 73 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 116 kg more than 2006 Ford Bantam. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Bantam | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2493 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
