1988 Honda Legend vs. 1973 Mazda Familia

To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Honda Legend 1973 Mazda Familia
Make Honda Mazda
Model Legend Familia
Year Released 1988 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2675 cc 1272 cc
Horse Power 175 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2270 mm


 

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