1986 Honda Legend vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MCC Smart 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 2005 MCC Smart. 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 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Honda | MCC |
Model | Legend | Smart |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |