2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestyle is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestyle (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend.
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, 2007 Ford Freestyle (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestyle | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Freestyle | Legend |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
