1987 Honda Legend vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 270 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mazda 929 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 1979 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Honda Legend (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | 929 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
