1987 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend 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 59 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6.
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, 1987 Honda Legend (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6. 1987 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | 6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |