1987 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 171 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 595 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Legend | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
