1988 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKS is newer by 23 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 583 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, 2011 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2011 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Legend | MKS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
