1987 Honda Legend vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 390 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Honda Legend (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |