2007 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 316 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Legend |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
