1990 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 11 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 12 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.
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, 1990 Honda Legend (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Legend | Cougar |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |