2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford E-150 | 1989 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-150 | Legend |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2674 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |