1993 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 14 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 (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 53 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | C |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
