1988 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 17 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 252 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | CLK |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
