2008 Ford Ikon vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ikon | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
