1987 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | C |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |