1988 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 22 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 188 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.

Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Honda Legend 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Legend Sprinter
Year Released 1988 2010
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 188 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 2570 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 5906 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 2024 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 2814 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3665 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 100 L


 

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