1990 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 14 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, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. 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) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| 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 | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
