1990 Honda Legend vs. 1964 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1964 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1964 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 621 kg more than 1964 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Marcos 1800 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 1964 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Legend (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1964 Marcos 1800 | |
Make | Honda | Marcos |
Model | Legend | 1800 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 27 L |