1993 Honda Legend vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend.
Because 1971 Mercury Monterey 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 1971 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Legend | Monterey |
Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |