1988 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 23 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2011 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Legend | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
