1991 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1991 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Legend | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | E |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
