1998 Honda Legend vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Legend | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |