1988 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (200 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 174 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercury Sable (271 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Legend | Sable |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |