2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
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, 1987 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, 1987 Honda Legend (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 1987 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1987 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |
