1988 Honda Legend vs. 1998 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1998 Mercury Villager is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Villager weights approximately 470 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.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1998 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Legend | Villager |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |