2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 296 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend.
Because 2007 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 2007 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Legend |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
