1986 Honda Legend vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, both 1986 Honda Legend and 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | 300 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |