1987 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 26 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 5. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Honda Legend (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
