1988 Honda Legend vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1971 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1971 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | E |
Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |