2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 21 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 358 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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 2009 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-350 | Legend |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 68 L |