2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 81 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
