1990 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 22 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 241 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Legend 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Legend SLS
Year Released 1990 2012
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2675 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 563 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 649 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 226 km/hour 317 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 3.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1661 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4638 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1938 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 85 L


 

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