1987 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 590 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Legend | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 222 Nm | 382 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |