1993 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend 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 24 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Marcos TS 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 2004 Marcos TS. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Legend | TS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
