1990 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 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 (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | C |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |