2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 443 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang 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 2008 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1995 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Legend |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |