2009 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 19 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
