1988 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 25 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1045 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Honda Legend | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | M |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2915 mm |