1988 Honda Legend vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 (245 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | 300 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
