1987 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 23 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 890 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | ML |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1951 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1862 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2913 mm |