1990 Honda Legend vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | 300 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |