1990 Honda Legend vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | 280 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
