1988 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 16 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | Viano |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |