1993 Honda Legend vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 465 kg more than 1992 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Legend | Capri |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
