1986 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend.
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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
